Peony ‘Sarah Bernhardt’ Flower Seeds – Heirloom, Non-GMO, Double Pink Blooms

Peony ‘Sarah Bernhardt’ is a classic heirloom variety known for its large, full double pink flowers and strong growth habit. This Non-GMO seed-grown peony offers reliable garden performance in cool and temperate climates. Plants produce lush green foliage and elegant blooms that develop soft pastel shades as they mature. Ideal for borders, ornamental beds, and long-term perennial plantings.

This variety is valued for its dependable growth, long lifespan, and ability to return yearly when planted in suitable climates. A preferred choice for gardeners seeking a traditional, long-standing perennial with decorative spring blooms.

• Heirloom and Non-GMO variety

• Large double pink blooms

• Long-lived perennial

• Strong, upright growth habit

• Suitable for borders and ornamental gardens

• Cold-hardy in temperate climates

• Easy maintenance once established

• Botanical Name: Paeonia lactiflora ‘Sarah Bernhardt’

• Seed Type: Heirloom, Non-GMO

• Growth Habit: Perennial

• Bloom Colour: Soft pink, double form

• Height: 70–90 cm

• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil Type: Rich, well-draining soil

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–8

• Bloom Season: Late spring to early summer

Sowing Time: Late autumn to early spring
Seed Preparation:

• Cold stratification recommended for 8–12 weeks

• Soak seeds overnight before sowing

How to Plant:

1. Fill pot or seed bed with well-draining, fertile soil.

2. Sow seeds 1–1.5 cm deep.

3. Keep soil lightly moist but not waterlogged.

4. Maintain cool temperatures during stratification period.

5. Move to warmer conditions (18–22°C) after stratification to encourage germination.

After Germination:

• Provide bright, indirect light.

• Water moderately.

• Transplant outdoors when seedlings are strong and risk of frost has passed.

Outdoor Care:

• Plant in full sun or partial shade.

• Space plants 60–90 cm apart.

• Mulch to retain moisture and regulate soil temperature.